Peppermint Patty Recipe (Homemade Peppermint Patties) (2024)

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The Best Peppermint Patty recipe made so easy with only 4-Ingredients. A homemade peppermint patties with simple ingredients plus all that peppermint chocolate flavor you love and can’t stop eating.

(Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Low Sugar & Vegan option)

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Confessing that this peppermint patty recipe is an absolute obsession of mine would be an understatement. I absolutely love anything and everything with peppermint.

So to say these Homemade Peppermint Patties are a holiday treat made around this time of year . . . who am I kidding? I’m making these peppermint patties year-round for the rest of my life. // I kid you not.

I have no control when it comes to a peppermint patty; I eat them until I am sick to my stomach. Every single time.

There is a reason I never buy them, and there is a reason I should not have taught myself how to make these peppermint patties–a very good reason. But we will not dwell on my lack of self-control. Instead, let’s focus on this deliciousness.

REALLY IMPORTANT NOTE ON THIS PEPPERMINT PATTY RECIPE

  1. The trick is slowly adding the milk in with the powdered sugar.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon, mix, add another tablespoon, mix, repeat this until it is fully combined and you’ll get a little ball of delicious peppermint goodness out of it.

If you pour the milk all in once you’ll have a soupy peppermint mess. We do not want that.

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Like, the fact I wrote that sentence two days ago and, who knows what distracted me, but I’m back here two days later to finish this post.

Before my brain took me who knows where, these peppermint patties came into existence after I quickly saw a video while scrolling through Facebook. // In another failed attempt of working. That recipe however had a can of condensed milk, and I wasn’t really feeling that. (Sorry to the person who created that video; I really can’t find it again to give credit!)

Cue moment to my ADD brain thinking how I could skip that canned milk and make them dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan friendly. Before I knew it, I was in the kitchen making them.

Dangerous guys, totally dangerous to have figured out that these are so easy to make.

Dairy-Free or Dairy version for these Homemade Peppermint Patties

  • Milk – Use either regular milk or any dairy-free milk alternative that you’d like. We’ve tried almost all varieties and the results are the same.
  • Chocolate – For the sake of easy you can use chocolate chips. If you’d like to have control over the sugar and ingredients in your chocolate check out our Gluten-Free Chocolate Recipe and the tips to making it at home.

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It’s beginning to feel likeFall around here. It’s just about this time of year I get lazy. I sit under the blanket for a little bit longer than usual every morning, I binge watch just a little too many episodes on Netflix, and I bake.

I bake a lot. Or maybe chocolate covered almonds, peanut butter buckeye bars, and the like don’t count as baking? You get my drift. This time of year, the sweets have my heart.

While these peppermint patties are also no-bake, this just means they also perfectly fit into my ADD mindset. Quick, simple, and totally easy to make in 30 minutes from start to finish. Just like our junior mints recipe they are TOO EASY NOT to make them.

That fits the bill for me to be totally head over heels in love with these peppermint-chocolatey-sweet little patties. Just another quick treat to make for the holidays (or, in my case, throughout the entire year).

Peppermint Patty Recipe (Homemade Peppermint Patties)

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Gluten free, Dairy free, Vegan

American

Homemade Peppermint Patties recipe made so easy with only 4-Ingredients. An all-natural, no-bake peppermint patty with simple ingredients plus all that peppermint chocolate flavor you love and can't stop eating. (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free & Vegan)

Yield: 24

Prep Time:5 min

Cook Time:0 min

Total Time:30 min

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup milk or dairy-free milk of choice
  • 6 1/4- 7 cupspowdered sugaror powdered xylitol for lower-sugar option
  • 5-6 dropspure peppermint oilor peppermint extract
  • 4 cups chocolate chips (make our homemade chocolate if you don't have any on hand)

Directions:

  • 1. Prepare large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • 2. In a large mixing bowl addpowdered sugar and 1 Tablespoon of milk, peppermint oil. Slowly add in remaining 1 Tablespoons of milk one at a time. Continue to mix together until it begins forming a ball.
  • 3. Tear off Tablespoon of dough, roll into small ball and press flat. Continue until all peppermint patties are formed. (SEE NOTES ) Freeze 1 hour.
  • 4. In a microwave safe bowl, add chocolate chips, microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and continue this until chocolate is fully melted. (apprx 1.5 minutes)
  • 5. With a fork, quickly dip peppermint patties into melted chocolate, tap onto edge of bowl to remove excess chocolate and place back onto parchment paper to allow chocolate to set.
  • 6. If you want to quicken the chocolate setting, place in the freezer for 5-10 minutes.
  • 7. Notes:If you want thinner patties you can quickly roll them with a rolling pan. Make sure you place parchment paper on top of patties also to avoid sticking.

Author: Linnie

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Nutrition Information:

Serving size: 1 peppermint pattie
Calories: 187
Other nutrition information: Total Fat: 3.5g, Saturated Fat: 2.3g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 10mg, Total Carb: 31g, Dietary Fiber: .4g, Sugar: 22g, Protein: 0g

Recipe, images, and text © Veggie Balance

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FAQs

What are the ingredients in a peppermint patty? ›

SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, CHOCOLATE, COCOA, INVERT SUGAR, MILK FAT, EGG WHITES, COCOA BUTTER, LECITHIN (SOY), OIL OF PEPPERMINT, PGPR, NATURAL FLAVOR.

What is peppermint patty filling made of? ›

Peppermint patty filling is basically a thick peppermint icing, made by combining powdered sugar, butter, vanilla, salt, and peppermint extract. Make the filling and mix until it forms a stiff dough.

What is the middle of a York Peppermint Patty made of? ›

YORK Peppermint Patties are made from dark chocolate which covers a round, white granular peppermint mixture. Initially, each pattie had to pass the "snap test." If it didn't break clean down the middle, it wasn't packaged for sale.

Do peppermint patties go bad? ›

How long will the peppermint patties last? I have never had them go bad, but I usually store them in the freezer. As long as they are stored at room temperature or in the fridge or freezer, they will last a very long time.

What kind of chocolate is in a peppermint patty? ›

There are so many cool ways to enjoy the refreshing sensation of peppermint covered in dark chocolate! And this bag of YORK Peppermint Patties Miniatures ensures you'll have plenty for baking, snacking, candy bowls, and celebrations!

Do peppermint patties have eggs? ›

One of my favorite candy bars has always been peppermint patties. The ingredients in York Peppermint Patties include egg whites and milk.

Can I substitute peppermint oil for peppermint extract? ›

Peppermint Extract Substitutes

If you can't find peppermint extract, there are a few substitutions that work just as well. For 1 teaspoon peppermint extract, substitute: 1/4 teaspoon peppermint oil (make sure it is edible)

What is another name for peppermint patty? ›

except study. She's more sensitive than she lets on and speaks out loudly against any unfair treatment of herself or others. Her adoring father refers to her as his “Rare Gem.” Peppermint Patty's real name is Patricia Reichardt.

Is there milk in YORK Peppermint Patties? ›

York Peppermint Patties (made by the Hershey Company) are not vegan. They include dairy ingredients like milk and milk fat, as well as egg whites in the list of ingredients. That's why we just had to make and share our vegan version free from animal products with all of you!

What is the white stuff in York Peppermint Patties? ›

York Peppermint Pattie is an American dark chocolate enrobed peppermint confection introduced in 1940 and currently produced by the Hershey Company. A circular pattie with a soft mint center coated in dark chocolate.

Why is Peppermint Patty called sir? ›

Peppermint Patty's closest friend, Marcie, calls her "Sir". It is never revealed whether this eccentric habit, dating to Marcie's first appearance in the strip in 1971, is the result of misguided manners, a reference to Patty's tomboyish ways, or some other reason.

Can you eat a year old candy cane? ›

Candy canes generally have a long shelf life if stored properly. They can last well beyond their "use by" date, and packages can be found on store shelves for just pennies after Christmas [2]. However, it's important to note that the quality of the candy cane may deteriorate over time.

Are peppermint patties toxic to dogs? ›

Peppermint is practically everywhere once the winter months roll around. But is peppermint safe for dogs? Quite the opposite: Peppermint is extremely dangerous for your pet. According to the ASPCA, eating peppermint can cause vomiting and diarrhea, among other reactions.

Are peppermint patties a healthy candy? ›

Even though the coating probably isn't 70 percent dark chocolate, York Peppermint Patties are still a safe way to satisfy a sweet tooth without going whole hog. For 150 calories or less, you can enjoy one regular-size pattie or three of the miniatures.

Is there milk in York Peppermint Patties? ›

York Peppermint Patties (made by the Hershey Company) are not vegan. They include dairy ingredients like milk and milk fat, as well as egg whites in the list of ingredients. That's why we just had to make and share our vegan version free from animal products with all of you!

Why does Marcie call Peppermint Patty sir? ›

Peppermint Patty's closest friend, Marcie, calls her "Sir". It is never revealed whether this eccentric habit, dating to Marcie's first appearance in the strip in 1971, is the result of misguided manners, a reference to Patty's tomboyish ways, or some other reason.

Are peppermint patties good for digestion? ›

The reason that mints are both refreshing and soothing is due to the presence of peppermint, wintergreen, or spearmint in the candies. The mint oil in the confection can stimulate your stomach lining and ease stomach pain, reduce gas, and facilitate digestion.

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